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Shildon burglar posed as police officer to con his way into cancer patient's home
A three-strikes burglar and his accomplice conned their way into a vulnerable man’s home after claiming to be undercover police officers.
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County Durham arsonist torched mum's home after row causing £40k of damage
Alfie Mavin caused severe damage to the semi-detached house in Gilesgate, Durham, endangering both himself and elderly neighbours.
Piano, ping pong tables, and gazebos - Durham High School contents go under hammer
Members of the public were given one final look inside Durham High School today as the former school's furniture, equipment and memorabilia headed to auction.
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Poignant letter home reveals hopes of Durham soldier who would never see Christmas
Today’s Object of the Week is a poignant reminder of how war could reach from a distant battlefield directly into a County Durham family home.
Durham Freemasons support Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal
Frreemasons are marking a month of remembrance and service
Messages said 'police would be looking at everyone' after petrol station 'murder'
Daniel Ambler murder trial hears Snapchat messages shared after his death at a Seaham service station, as five defendants face charges at Teesside Crown Court.
Concern for missing boy, 16, not seen for over a week with Bishop Auckland links
A 16-year-old with links to Bishop Auckland has been missing for more than seven days. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Plans to turn Durham home into HMO refused over fears families are being 'forced out' of city
Plans to turn a family home into an HMO have been refused after neighbours warned of a 'stealthy' increase in student properties 'forcing' families out of the city
Banned County Durham driver led police on chase in stolen van bearing false plates
A repeat dangerous driver has four months to quit drugs or face his first prison sentence.
Breast cancer scandal surgeon starts closing private company that received NHS money
Amir Bhatti’s private firm Cathedral Surgical Services faces strike-off amid an NHS breast cancer investigation after 51 women were harmed in County Durham.
HMO plans refused after families feared being 'forced out' of Durham
Plans to turn a home in Crossgate Moor into a HMO have been refused after neighbours warned of student properties 'forcing' families out of the city.
Punter on mission to drink at all UK Wetherspoons approves 'unique' County Durham pub
A TikTok creator has given a County Durham pub a thumbs up as part of his mission to enjoy a pint of beer at every single Wetherspoons location in the UK.
Care home on 'busy' County Durham road withdrawn after concerns raised
Plans for a care home for up to five adults in Pity Me have been withdrawn after concerns were raised by Durham County Council.
Family feud ended with 23-year-old's death at Seaham petrol station, court told
Teesside Crown Court hears a family feud ended with Daniel Ambler’s death after Ashton Anderson drove into him at a Seaham service station on January 15.
See inside as Durham's new Søstrene Grene store opens to long queues
Look inside the newest addition to Durham city centre as shoppers flocked to see the opening of Danish homeware retailer Søstrene Grene, attracting lengthy queues before its doors had even opened.
Italian restaurant to open in Durham this week as bookings go live
A much-loved Italian restaurant that served Durham city centre for more than 30 years is days away from welcoming customers back through its doors.
County Durham woman wins £666k as Stephen Mulhern makes surprise phone call
Catherine was on her way to a caravan holiday when Stephen Mulhern called with news of her £666,000 win.
Drugged-up County Durham driver admits causing two-car smash which killed 'loved mam'
A County Durham man admitted causing the death of a passenger in another vehicle in a two-car crash on a trans-Pennine road on Monday, November 2.
Countdown on to Durham's immersive art dining experience as full menu is revealed
The full seven-course menu has been revealed ahead of the launch of Durham's immersive 7 Paintings dining experience, combining art, theatre and fine dining.
Durham venue announces programme of events to mark Remembrance and Armistice Day
Thousands of handmade poppies created in memory of fallen Durham Light Infantry soldiers are to form part of a programme of Remembrance events in Durham.